Contents tagged with Germany
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German leaders push to unblock Ukraine aid amid rising U.S.-Ukraine tensions
Germany's Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has called for the swift allocation of €3 billion for Ukraine, emphasizing Europe's and Germany's support for the nation. Amid a dispute between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Habeck, representing the Green Party, urged Europe and Germany to act promptly, as reported by Spiegel.
He specifically urged the issuance of €3 billion to bolster Ukraine’s defense. "Germany and Europe stand by Ukraine. We will not let them …
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German authorities arrest 18-year-old Russian national over alleged plot against Israeli embassy
In the eastern German state of Brandenburg, which borders Berlin, an 18-year-old Russian national has been arrested on suspicion of preparing a serious politically motivated act of violence posing a threat to the state, according to local Brandenburg police.
AFP reports that the arrest took place on February 20th, in the district of Dahme-Spreewald, with the involvement of federal police, Brandenburg's criminal investigation office, Berlin police, and special forces. On February 21st, an …
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Germany to supply Ukraine with 6,000 advanced AI-powered kamikaze drones
Germany has announced the delivery of 6,000 advanced HX-2 kamikaze drones to Ukraine, manufactured by the German defense tech company Helsing.
These drones, equipped with artificial intelligence, are designed to target Russian artillery, armored vehicles, and command posts, Bild reported on Thursday, February 13.
The initial announcement about supplying AI-based strike drones to the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Helsing was made in November 2024. Bild initially reported it, and it was later …
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German investigators probe Russian link in widespread car vandalism case
A shocking series of sabotage acts in Germany has been traced back to Russian handlers, according to a report by Der Spiegel. The perpetrators damaged over 270 cars across various regions using construction foam, sticking decals featuring Economy Minister Robert Habeck on car windows. Initially mistaken for environmental activists, the trail of evidence reportedly leads back to Moscow. The attacks appeared to be orchestrated to incite hatred towards the Green Party and their candidate for …
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Germany increases Russian LNG imports via EU channels
Germany continues to play a pivotal role in importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia into the European Union, as highlighted in a report released on Tuesday, January 28, by the German environmental organization Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH).
According to the document, the state-owned German energy company SEFE imported over six times more LNG to the EU last year compared to 2023.
The data were provided by the analytics company Kpler. These figures reveal that 5.66 billion cubic meters …
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Russia allegedly invests billions in disinformation campaign to sway German elections
Russian authorities have funneled significant funds into creating a network of hundreds of thousands of fake social media accounts, forging news sites, and disseminating false information.
The Putin regime allocates up to two billion euros annually for large-scale disinformation operations in Germany, aiming to influence the outcomes of the upcoming German Bundestag elections, set to occur next month, reports Bild, citing reports from German intelligence agencies.
These Russian-backed funds …
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Ukraine receives advanced RCH 155 howitzers from Germany
Ukraine bolsters its defense capabilities, securing cutting-edge RCH 155 wheeled howitzers from Germany. This advanced artillery system marks a significant technological addition in Ukraine's fight against Russian forces. As Ukraine continues to strengthen its arsenal with state-of-the-art developments, Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius officially handed over the first of 54 RCH 155 howitzers to Ukraine, according to Stuttgarter Zeitung.
The RCH 155 wheeled howitzer represents a …
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Germany's uranium imports from Russia surge by 70% despite energy sanctions
Germany imported at least 68.6 tons of uranium from Russia in 2024, according to data from the Lower Saxony Ministry of Environment, Energy, and Climate Protection, as reported by Spiegel. This marks a 70% increase in imports of this resource compared to 2023.
The uranium suppliers were two subsidiaries of the Russian state corporation Rosatom. The material, slated for use in nuclear power plants, was delivered to the Advanced Nuclear Fuels (ANF) plant in Lingen, which manufactures fuel …
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Germany announces new extensive arms package for Ukraine
Germany has announced a new extensive package of arms for Ukraine.
According to the German government's press office, this package includes 15 Leopard 1 A5 main battle tanks with spare parts, two Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft systems with spare parts, a Panzerhaubitze 2000 self-propelled artillery system, two IRIS-T air defense systems, and two Patriot launchers. Additionally, ammunition for the Leopard 1 and Leopard 2 is being dispatched. The air defense systems are deemed crucial for …
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German opposition leader Friedrich Merz calls for transatlantic strategy amid Taurus missiles debate for Ukraine
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union and a candidate for chancellor, carefully commented on the potential delivery of long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine following his visit to Kyiv. Merz once again called for cooperation between Europe and the US regarding Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory, reports Welt.
"Perhaps, there is no Wunderwaffe, perhaps there will not be a game-changing weapon," Merz stated in an interview with journalist Paul Ronzheimer.
Merkel's …